To develop our knowledge of the function of a colon

In this lesson, we will develop our knowledge of the function of the colon. We will consolidate our understanding of the colon when introducing a list, and we will explore the colon when it separates clauses within a sentence. The lesson will conclude with a quick game to assess our understanding.

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Lesson summary: To develop our knowledge of the function of a colon

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